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The persistent rain at Bangalore which was started due to the depression in the Bay of Bengal had taken a break as if to allow for the Annual Talent Show of All Konkani Catholic Associations of Bangalore – Organized by KON-CAB. Kalanjali 2015 was held at St.Francis Xavier Girls High School Hall, Frazer Town Bangalore 560005 on Sunday, 8th November 2015.

The program started on a pious note with a prayer to St.Anthony, the patron saint of KON-CAB at 10.00 am. Mrs. Sylviya Rodrigues lead the inaugural prayer along with the Executive Committee of KON-CAB and prayed for the success of the program. KON-CAB President Mr. Jhonas D’Souza formally inaugurated the program by lighting the lamp, accompanied by Secretary Mrs. Nora Menezes, Cultural Secretary Mr. Steven D’Silva, former presidents Mrs. Ida Sequeira, Mr. Sunil D’Cunha and two members from the audience.

President Jhonas D’Souza in his opening address mentioned that Kalanjali has been successful in fulfilling 4 key objectives: Bringing the Bangalore Konkani Catholics together, Providing a platform for Bangalore Konkans to showcase their talent, Keeping alive the Mangalorean culture and promoting our mother tongue Konkani among new generation. He thanked all Konkani Associations in Bangalore for their full support and participation. He wished all the participants, best of luck in their competitions.

The program started with Konkani singing competitions. There were various age groups in solo singing. Old and new melodies rendered by the contestants of all ages took the audience to another world. The Duet Singing competition and Group Singing competition were a great hit among the audience.

Singing was followed by Fancy dress competition for various age groups which showcased the new and innovative ideas and literally kept the audience mesmerized. Then it was time for the Dance competitions for above 35 years category where Konkani song is a must for the dance. The Konkani Comedy Skit competition kept the audience entertained to the fullest. This was followed by Inter-Association dance competitions for children and youth categories which everyone was eagerly waiting for. The performance levels are reaching the new heights every year and the audience enjoyed every bit of it.

The competitors were judged by well qualified and experienced people who were masters in their respective fields. While Mr. Adrian D’Souza, Mr.Senek D’Souza and Sr. Nancy shared the responsibility of judging the singing, Mr.Charles Gomes, Mrs.Albina Vaz and Mrs.Dorothy Lsrado did the honors for Fancy dress and comedy skit competitions. Mr. Xavier, Ms.Rene Krishna, Mrs. SriVani Murugan and Mr.Alan Noronha.judged the dance competitions.

In the concluding stage program, Chief guest Mr.Mark D’Souza was accompanied by Presiding Officer Mr.Victor Edward D’Souza – the FKCA Chairman, KONCAB President Mr. Jhonas D’Souza, Secretary Mrs.Nora Menezes and Guests of honor, the Presidents of all Konkani Associations of Bangalore graced the dias. KON-CAB President Mr. Jhonas D’Souza, honoured the Chief Guest, Presiding officer and all the Guests of Honour with flowers.

The Chief Guest in his speech lauded the efforts of KON-CAB in arranging such a mega event, for the past 20 years. He also appreciated the performance of the participants and observed that the quality of program was getting better year after year. He suggested that we must also have competition for Konkani Speech so that children and youth get a chance to improve their Konkani Language skills.

Ten deserving children of the members of KON-CAB were honored and given meritorious awards for excelling in Academics, Sports and Fine arts.

Name

Class

Excellence

Parents

Kean Alric Fernandes

CBSE 10th

CGP 10 out of 10

Mr & Mrs Hilda and Anthony R Fernandes

Likhita L Goveas

SSLC

98.08%

Mr & Mrs. Lilly and Joseph M Goveas

Winston Snehal D’Souza

SSLC

94.40%

Mr & Mrs. Laveena and Vincent D’Souza

Deona Meril Pinto

SSLC

91.36%

Mr & Mrs. Monica and Daniel Pinto

Sohan D’Souza

ICSE 10th

91.00%

Mr & Mrs. Celestine and Franky D’Souza

Sharlene Rodrigues

ICSE 10th

90.00%

Mr.& Mrs. Queeny and Clifford Rodrigues

Reema D’Souza

PUC

95.83%

Mr & Mrs. Elcy and Lawrence D’Souza

Marita Joyline Pinto

PUC

95.50%

Mr & Mrs. Judith and V Melvin Pinto

Ozween Silvanus D’Cunha

PUC

85.83%

Mr & Mrs. Charlotte and CT Dcunha

Marvel Joe Rodrigues

PUC

85.66%

Mr & Mrs. Matildha & Joachim Rodrigues

The Chief Guest and Presidents of all associations distributed the prizes to the winners of all cultural competitions. Here is the winners list:

Category

Prize

Name

Assoiciation

Konkani Singing Solo upto 4th Std

I

Andrea Pereira

KCWA,R.T Nagar

Konkani Singing Solo upto 4th Std

II

Allison Dsilva

SEZARI, Bommanahalli

Konkani Singing Solo upto 4th Std

III

Thanisha Dsouza

BKCS, Koramangala

Konkani Singing Solo 5th to 7th Std

I

Alric Rasquinha

BKCS, Koramangala

Konkani Singing Solo 5th to 7th Std

II

Adrian Periera

KCWA,R.T Nagar

Konkani Singing Solo 5th to 7th Std

III

Chriselle Vivian

MKCK,Kalyannagar

Konkani Singing Solo 8th to 12th Std

I

Calvin Vivian

MKCK,Kalyannagar

Konkani Singing Solo 8th to 12th Std

II

Merlyn Dsouza

BKCS, Koramangala

Konkani Singing Solo 8th to 12th Std

III

Rio Lobo

SEZARI, Bommanahalli

Konkani Singing Solo College & Above

I

Anola Dsouza

SEZARI, Bommanahalli

Konkani Singing Solo College & Above

II

Loyal Corderio

SAKK, Marathahalli

Konkani Singing Solo College & Above

III

Neetha Serra

SEZARI, Bommanahalli

Konkani Singing Duet

I

Christine Dsa,Lawrence Fernandes

BKCS, Koramangala

Konkani Singing Duet

II

Joyson Fernandes,Anola Dsouza

SEZARI, Bommanahalli

Konkani Singing Group upto 7th Std

I

Anthea Dsilva& Group

SEZARI, Bommanahalli

Konkani Singing Group upto 7th Std

II

BKCS Group

BKCS, Koramangala

Konkani Singing Group upto 8th Std n above

I

Anola Dsouza & Group

SEZARI, Bommanahalli

Konkani Singing Group upto 8th Std n above

II

BKCS Group

BKCS, Koramangala

Fancy Dress Solo upto UKG

I

Ena Pearl Noronha

RKCWA, Rajajinagar

Fancy Dress Solo upto UKG

II

Rian Pinto

BKCS, Koramangala

Fancy Dress Solo upto UKG

III

Riya Simona Miranda

SAKK, Marathahalli

Fancy Dress Solo 1st to 4th Std

I

Kevin Pinto

SAKK, Marathahalli

Fancy Dress Solo 1st to 4th Std

II

Thanisha Dsouza

BKCS, Koramangala

Fancy Dress Solo 1st to 4th Std

III

Andrea Lobo

Konkani Samudai Jayanagar

Fancy Dress Solo 5th to 7th Std

I

Joswin D’Souza

SEZARI, Bommanahalli

Fancy Dress Solo 5th to 7th Std

II

Alric Rasquinha

BKCS, Koramangala

Fancy Dress Solo 5th to 7th Std

III

Chris Pinto

SAKK, Marathahalli

Fancy Dress Solo 8th to 12th Std

I

Adline Riya Braggs

BKCS, Koramangala

Fancy Dress Solo 8th to 12th Std

II

Pearl Lobo

KONCAB

Fancy Dress Solo 8th to 12th Std

III

Lionel J Miranda

SAKK, Marathahalli

Fancy Dress Solo College and Above

I

Leena Lobo

SEZARI, Bommanahalli

Fancy Dress Solo College and Above

II

Vivan Dsouza

BKCS, Koramangala

Fancy Dress Solo College and Above

III

Lawrence Fernandes

BKCS, Koramangala

Fancy Dress Group

I

Vipin D’Souza & Group

SEZARI, Bommanahalli

Fancy Dress Group

II

Rayan Miranda & Group

SAKK, Marathahalli

Inter-Association Dance above 35yrs

I

BKCS Group

BKCS, Koramangala

Inter-Association Dance above 35yrs

II

Wondermoms

KONCAB

Inter-Association Comedy Skit

I

BKCS Group

BKCS, Koramangala

Inter-Association Comedy Skit

II

Joyson Fernandes & group

SEZARI, Bommanahalli

Inter-Association Dance upto 7th Std

I

Royston Colaco & Group

KCA, Kengeri

Inter-Association Dance upto 7th Std

II

Wonderkids

KONCAB

Inter-Association Dance 8th Std n above

I

Jackson Mendonca & Group

SEZARI, Bommanahalli

Inter-Association Dance 8th Std n above

II

Gammath Girls

KONCAB

BKCS – Koramangala and Sezari Bommanahalli were tied at the top spot to bag the “Most Talented Team” rolling trophy jointly. KONCAB and SAKK Marathahalli were tied to share the next spot in the points table.

The program was compered by Mr. Sylvester D’Souza with able support from Mr. Vernon D’Souza and Miss Rachel Machado.

KON-CAB Secretary, Mrs. Nora Menezes proposed the Vote of Thanks and the full day entertainment program drew to a close at 7.00 pm.
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